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  1. lil tom

    Modified MES

    I just did the same thing. I am hoping for that real wood smoke flavor and maybe even the elusive smoke ring.
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    Making Lox a picture guide.

    It looks like this thread has been around for a long time. Which is great because, to me, it seems like a great method that works and its longevity is a testament to its success. I am trying it this week and cant wait until its done on Sunday. I am sure you have heard it before but thanks for...
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    First Smoked Salmon

    Thanks. It was very good. everyone back home loved it.
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    First Smoked Salmon

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    First Smoked Salmon

    Used cheap Sams Club frozen Salmon. Meat was mushier than normal as soon as it thawed, loads and loads of moisture. Next time I am going to try with something fresh. Used a dry brine very simple Brown sugar and Salt. A pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and a bay leaf...
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    Thai Jerky

    With the fish sauce having 1300mg of sodium/ serving, do you really need to add cure? It send like allot of sodium.
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    Thai Jerky

    So, I made the Thai Jerky, I was worried about how it would turn out since when I put it in it looked like three day only road kill. I ended up being amazingly surprised like you said we would. This is the most tasty jerky I have ever had and it looks very very appealing. Thanks for sharing this...
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    Jerky temp and time for smoker

    How the heck do you keep the meat so red. Every time I let mine cure for 48 hours it turns gray and ugly looking. It tastes good but I think the appearance could be more pleasing.
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    Thai Jerky

    Thanks for the info. It is amazing that your meat stayed so red. I attribute that to a lack of oxygen. I have mine in a Ziploc container with a lid and it is already turning gray.  I hope that doesn't affect the flavor to much. I will know on Friday.
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    Thai Jerky

    I have a question about cooking times. I am using this recipe on some London broil that is marinating now with the cure added. I cut it at 1/4", and I am wondering approximately how long did it take to finish. I am using a 30" Masterbuilt electric smoker. I am looking for a ball park figure...
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    Thai Jerky

    That S#!T looks amazing. I am smoking some Chicken Jerky right now. I will definitely have to try this stuff next.
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    Jerky vs humidity

    I only have the MES, no dehydrator or humidifiers. I did not dry it off before I out it in. I didn't see that in the recipe I followed. I did let it cure for 2 days. As far as the De-water, never heard of the term. I am going to keep it in there until it dries. I figure it had to at some point...
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